Make consultations work for you
Make consultations work for you
You might not have much time with your doctor, so make sure you’re getting what you need while you’re there. Use this section to find out how to make the most of PsA (psoriatic arthritis) appointments, how to go beyond each consultation by preparing in advance, and crucially, how to keep track of your progress in the meanwhile.
How to prepare to see your doctor
Make every moment of the consultation really count.
Record how you’re feeling
It can be easy to lose track of how you’re doing if you don’t take note.
Do you have to see a doctor in person?
With COVID-19 part of all our lives, you might not always need to see your doctor in the flesh.
SEE THE BIGGER PICTURE
Why not try setting a reminder on your phone so you don’t forget to fill out your tracker every day?
References
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APA Clinical Guidelines. American Psychiatric Association. Practice Guidelines for the treatment of patients with schizophrenia. 2004.
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Harrigan et al. Psychol Med 2003; 33: 97–110.
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Bottlender et al. Schizophr Res 2003; 62: 37–44.
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Robinson et al. Arch Gen Psychiatry 1999; 56: 241–247.